Ron Aldo Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 I really, really hope he's not pish. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handsome_Devil Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 25 minutes ago, Ron Aldo said: I really, really hope he's not pish. Narrator joke etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gianfranco Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 A nod to the land of the rising sun with the timing of this signing. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_oats Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) I guess with Danzaki confirmed that frees Shields up to confirm any loan move. I see the news story on the official has him as a 'forward' rather than a midfielder. Here's the contract situation: 2023: O'Donnell (30), Carroll (31), McGinn (32), Johnston (19), Cornelius (21), Goss (27), Efford (26), Mandron (28) 2024: Kelly (27), Oxborough (24), Lamie (29), Mugabi (27), Johansen (27), McGinley (26), Maguire (24), Spittal (27), Slattery (23), Van Veen (31), Morris (31), Shields (25) 2025: Blaney (24), Danzaki (22), Tierney (21), Miller (16) Loans expiring 2023: McKinstry (20) (Leeds United - 2023), Crankshaw (24) (Stockport County - 2024) Edited January 28, 2023 by capt_oats 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swello Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Despite decades of signing Holm Kraska's and the fact that statistically we'd be better off with some c**t from Accrington Stanley - I still fucking love a foreign signing それらに入る 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busta Nut Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Swello said: Despite decades of signing Holm Kraska's and the fact that statistically we'd be better off with some c**t from Accrington Stanley - I still fucking love a foreign signing それらに入る Aye me too, something just doesn't squash the wee guy in me when it comes to signings with a foreigner. Edited January 28, 2023 by Busta Nut 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) Quietly pleased with the business done so far and with Hammy stating we are still looking to do more it could turn out to have been quite a productive window for us. At the very least the moves that have already happened proves that maybe, just maybe, Hammy does know what he is doing, does know where the problems in the team lie, and has been actively trying to fix them. Of course, we still need to translate that into results, but it would be nice if the manager and the team could grab a few wins and prove a few people wrong....... Edited January 28, 2023 by joewarkfanclub 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YassinMoutaouakil Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 We've signed a guy called Riku Danzaki. Seems to be a Japanese boy that was on loan at Brisbane Roar. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 10 minutes ago, YassinMoutaouakil said: We've signed a guy called Riku Danzaki. Seems to be a Japanese boy that was on loan at Brisbane Roar. Where did you read that? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_oats Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) 25 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: At the very least the moves that have already happened proves that maybe, just maybe, Hammy does know what he is doing, does know where the problems in the team lie, and has been actively trying to fix them. I'll happily put my hand up and say I've been Hammell-sceptic in that regard. Like, I think he's the right person for the job in a big picture sense but I have doubts whether he and his assistant are actually good enough coaches to fix our problems at this level. Consistent clownshoes defending will do that. I mean, we absolutely needed forwards and attacking options so prioritising that is fine IMO but we're still down a left back (who all things considered it sounds we knew was leaving) and there are still questions about a #6 and our defence. One thing that I have been low-key pleased with is that we've actually been able to find solutions for the squad. Like, it's all very well Twitter reply guys in the club's mentions wanting us to get rid of player X, Y and Z but it's a different story actually finding takers. Maguire to Dundee on loan seems a good move for all parties. He's under contract so we're not just cutting him loose. Similarly if we're able to find a similar for Sheilds and/or Morris then that feels like a bit of credit is due to the recruitment team as I'd imagine they're involved in that side of things as much as incoming players. Edited January 28, 2023 by capt_oats 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YassinMoutaouakil Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 3 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: Where did you read that? I'm ITK. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 6 minutes ago, YassinMoutaouakil said: I'm ITK. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 8 minutes ago, capt_oats said: I'll happily put my hand up and say I've been Hammell-sceptic in that regard. Like, I think he's the right person for the job in a big picture sense but I have doubts whether he and his assistant are actually good enough coaches to fix our problems at this level. Consistent clownshoes defending will do that. I mean, we absolutely needed forwards and attacking options so prioritising that is fine IMO but we're still down a left back (who all things considered it sounds we knew was leaving) and there are still questions about a #6 and our defence. One thing that I have been low-key pleased with is that we've actually been able to find solutions for the squad. Like, it's all very well Twitter reply guys in the club's mentions wanting us to get rid of player X, Y and Z but it's a different story actually finding takers. Maguire to Dundee on loan seems a good move for all parties. He's under contract so we're not just cutting him loose. Similarly if we're able to find a similar for Sheilds and/or Morris then that feels like a bit of credit is due to the recruitment team as I'd imagine they're involved in that side of things as much as incoming players. Your criticism is always balanced and reasoned. Unlike some. And to be fair, this place is generally more like that than Steelmen Online! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handsome_Devil Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 44 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: Quietly pleased with the business done so far and with Hammy stating we are still looking to do more it could turn out to have been quite a productive window for us. At the very least the moves that have already happened proves that maybe, just maybe, Hammy does know what he is doing, does know where the problems in the team lie, and has been actively trying to fix them. Of course, we still need to translate that into results, but it would be nice if the manager and the team could grab a few wins and prove a few people wrong....... I obviously hope this turns out to be the case but I don't see how anyone can judge either way until we see what our LB/CB/six situation is on Wednesday. Lose today and I suspect we're in for a very panicky few days (from outside FP at least). We've used the phrase "potentially season-defining" a lot recently, the next five days are without a doubt "season-defining" and I'll be remaining nervous as f**k until they're done! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busta Nut Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 When does the window shut? 31st? I suspect I'll panic if we don't sign a DM and a LB 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropy Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 5 minutes ago, Busta Nut said: When does the window shut? 31st? I suspect I'll panic if we don't sign a DM and a LB Slams on the Tuesday, game on the Wednesday. A half time parade of journeymen? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YassinMoutaouakil Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Anybody know if there's truth in the stuff about Postecoglou recommending Danzaki to us? Feels like folk seeing an Australian-based Japanese player coming to Scotland, adding 2+2 and getting 5, but I'd like it to be true to have someone I already dislike to blame if he's shite. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swello Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 7 minutes ago, YassinMoutaouakil said: Anybody know if there's truth in the stuff about Postecoglou recommending Danzaki to us? Feels like folk seeing an Australian-based Japanese player coming to Scotland, adding 2+2 and getting 5, but I'd like it to be true to have someone I already dislike to blame if he's shite. I's still find a search on the scouting software + Tam Aldred more believable 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowsdower Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 And Scott McDonald and Steven mcgarry. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dezz Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Yeah, some sort of Aldred, McDonald and McGarry combo was what I had assumed. I generally like all those guys so if Danzaki is good they can get the credit. If he’s shite then it’s all Ange’s fault. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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